The family of Sir Emmanuel Itoya Ijewere, the late former President of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria, ICAN, has officially announced the burial arrangements of the deceased.
Ijewere during his earthly sojourn had also been the President of the Institute of Directors, IOD, and the Nigerian Red Cross.
In a statement containing his obituary, the family indicated that the service of songs and evening of tributes for the deceased will take place at Habour Point Event Centre, Victoria Island, Lagos state on Thursday, February 1, 2024, at 5pm.
Subsequently, the funeral mass will take place accordingly on Friday, February 2, at Church of Assumption, Falomo, Ikoyi area of the state by 10am.
The family however stated that his interment is strictly private.
Ijewere was born in October 30, 1946, but he died on December 29, 2023, after a protracted illness. He was 78 years old.
He was married to Jayne Ijewere, and the union was blessed with children, namely Emmanuel and Uzo Ijewere, Usifo (deceased) and Anino Ijewere, Emma and Seyi Onabule, Isiah Ijewere, Robert and Oyinda Ijewere, Ehi Ijewere and nine grandchildren.
Ijewere was one of Nigeria’s most respected Accountants/Tax Consultants.
Earlier, ICAN had released a statement announcing his death.
The statement read, “It is with a heavy heart but submission to the will of God that we notify you of the death of one of our revered Past Presidents, Mr. Emmanuel Itoya Ijewere, FCA, (MB000916) who left us this morning of Friday, December 29, 2023 at the age of 78 years.
“Mr Ijewere, the 32nd President of our esteemed Institute, was a stalwart in the accounting profession and made indelible contributions to our profession.
“While we mourn his departure, we find solace in the knowledge that he devoted his life to the service of humanity. His unwavering commitment to the profession and the Institute was evident in his exceptional dedication to ICAN’s activities, providing invaluable counsel and support whenever and wherever needed.
“Throughout his impactful tenure as the 32nd ICAN President, Mr. Ijewere spearheaded numerous initiatives, including the establishment of an Employment Bureau for unemployed members, the launch of Mandatory Continuing Professional Education (MCPE) in the second half of 1996, and the renovation of the Ebute-Metta property, among other commendable projects.
“All these are in addition to his numerous national services, including serving as a member of the Technical Committee on Privatization of Federal Government Companies and Parastatals, a member of the Agricultural Transformation Implementation Council (ATIC) under Past President Goodluck Ebele Jonathan Chairmanship, among others.
“I wish to place on record that Mr. Ijewere actively participated in the 53rd Annual Accountants’ Conference and various associated events at the programme, including a meeting with the Institute’s members in government. His insights during the meeting were invaluable, offering profound suggestions on how ICAN members in government could enhance their impact on the country and the Institute.
“As an Institute, we would continue to cherish the pleasant memories we share and his significant contributions to the accounting profession in Nigeria and beyond. His passion for professionalism and integrity was unquestionable, and he exemplified these values throughout his distinguished lifetime.
“We will update members on the arrangements for his burial in line with his family plan.
“May the gentle soul of Mr Emmanuel Itoya Ijewere rest in peace.”
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